Jim's work really meant a lot to Kermit's puppeteer here Steve Whitmire that Steve took Jim's values and morals to heart with The Muppets but Steve ended up getting fired for sticking to what Jim knew about The Muppets.
"Hey listen, do you know what the frog and the dog have in common?" "No I don't." "Well.... I think it's that guy up there!" That line gets me every time cause Kermit and Rowlf were played by Jim Henson
Also, it's said that Rowlf is Muppet that Jim was most like, with no fancy catchphrase, outfit, or gimmick, just a floppy eared dog that played a mean piano.
You can hear Rowlf starting to lose it at 1:20 and then Kermit does too and they defused it with a joke to release the emotion so they could keep going. True brothers.
they really are first two original Muppets known each other forever rib each other and laugh it off because they knew they was getting choked up but wanted to finish it.
This song is me and my other halfs song i dedicated it and sang it for her at the school talent show and won i got my friend from school my neighborhood friends and my brother and his gf at the time to help me sing it i was tearing up singing i even had the judge crying because that song hit her and took her back she let me know she was a huge muppets fan
Amazing how a puppet can illicit feelings that a lot of times human characters can’t. It’s not that human characters aren’t good I think it’s just puppets are bigger versions of stuffed animals. Reminds us of a more innocent time in our lives. When we were little what were we doing with our toys that had faces? Making them talk, doing EXACTLY what puppeteers do and we didn’t know it then. Seeing the muppets and others like them awakens long forgotten memories of our childhood
I want an MP3 of these two singing this together. The original version is special, but when you hear Kermit and Rowlf, Jim's first two characters, both of whom embody Jim's spirit, singing what's probably Jim's trademark song, it just makes it all the more special and magical. And the fact I saw this live and as a total surprise just gives it an even more special meaning to me. :)
When Kermit was being interviewed on Johnny Carson the sound people were so engrossed by Kermit, that they had placed the boom mic over Kermit's head instead of Jim Henson who was underneath Kermit's chair.
The craziest thing was that he wasn’t sitting behind the chair, he was sitting in it holding Kermit. He was right there, but everyone’s attention was on the frog. Magical.
I remember sitting there singing along, and when they told everyone to join in, I didn't know how many people actually would. Then I listened. When that whole arena started to sing, it brought tears to my eyes. Such a magical ceremony.
I would have loved to hear the arrangement from the end of the first movie. "Life's like a movie, write your own ending. Keep believing, keep pretending. We've done just what we set out to do. Thanks to the lovers, the dreamers and you.”
After this Kermit said this about Jim Henson in an interview with D23. Kermit, "Jim & I were very close, He Elevated me to new heights in my career and had a hand in virtually everything I did" We Love Kermit and hope to have him on the show one day.
I get the deepest feeling of love from this song. Listening to Jim Henson's soul gifted to us through the muppets. One of the most inspiring visionary dreamers of our time. Tears and smiles all wrapped in one song with a frog and a dog :)
The tears just don't stop............................. I am a Mum and Granny....... Estranged, but still legally I am....... I did the best I could for my children Justin and Emma... I gave all of me to you.... And then , to Amelie and Indiana.... A mothers love is Real.. A Granny's love hurts my heart..... I hope you all have happy lives... I will always love you..
Actually, although the voice of Kermit was Jim Henson, the song was actually written by Paul Williams, who says it's one of his faves. And for someone who's written so many, that's quite a statement. It's often dismissed as sugary, or a kid's song, but I disagree; the lyrics are great. The only thing I'd say is that it's often covered by singers whose voices are "too good" or who try to do too much with it - or who do it too slow. It's waltz, not a dirge. I'm also surprised that it hasn't been covered more as a jazz number, because it has a nice simple base that could be easily worked on. My 2 cents on one of my favourite tunes.
I miss Jim Henson, so very much. So. Very. Much. If he had done nothing else but this one song, I believe I would have been quite satisfied. But.....generous soul that he was, he gave us ever so much more. #tears Thank you, sir.
I was in attendance. I still remember how overly emotional I was that this was happening before me! This still remains among my top five favorite D23 memories, for sure!
Love this! Sounds like Steve Whitmire (Kermit) got choked up. God bless you, Jim Henson. Even after death, you're still making millions of people happy.
I was there on the floor witnessing this in person. When everyone in that arena started to sing along, I teared up big time. This made my entire D23 Expo experience.
I was singing the whole time and remember seeing this movie as a kid in the early 90s. Everyone singing at the end in the crowd made me just smile widely. Thank you Jim Henson for everything you have left here for us to enjoy and remember our childhoods fondly.
Finally. BOTH of Jim's first two big successful characters performing again. It's been a while since we've really heard from Rolf. And I don't know about you guys, but I lost it when the camera panned to that image of Jim.
Honouring Henson not through sadness or grief but through joy... using what he has given us to come together and remember him... this is beautiful and I can't imagine what it would have felt like to see this live.
YAY! Rowlf, it's So good to see you again! Since Jim Henson's death, I felt like he disappeared along with him. He really is back! It's awesome Kermit and Rowlf performed this classic song together! Jim would be SO proud from heaven!!! XD
Why are there so many songs about rainbows And what's on the other side Rainbows are visions But only illusions And rainbows have nothing to hide So we've been told And some choose to believe it I know they're wrong, wait and see Some day we'll find it The rainbow connection The lovers, the dreamers, and me Who said that every wish Would be heard and answered When wished on the morning star Somebody thought of that And someone believed it And look what it's done so far What's so amazing That keeps us stargazing And what do we think we might see Someday we'll find it The rainbow connection The lovers, the dreamers, and me All of us under its spell, we know that it's probably magic Have you been half asleep? And have you heard voices? I've heard them calling my name Is this the sweet sound That called the young sailors? The voice might be one in the same I've heard it too many times to ignore it It's something that I'm supposed to be Someday we'll find it The rainbow connection The lovers, the dreamers and me La da da di da da dum da duh da da dum di da ohhh Read more: Muppets - Rainbow Connection Lyrics | MetroLyrics
Rowlf is one of my fav muppets. I love duets between Kermit and Rowlf. This is beautiful ❤️. I also have love it when they do “I hope that something better comes along” I’m glad I found this. More Kermit and Rowlf duets ❤️.
This is one of the most heartwarming songs out there. And performed by what I think is the most heartwarming duo from the muppets. Kermit's character goes without sying, but I thnk Henson was exceptonally clever creating the warm, gruff and likeable character of Rowlf jus how one would imagine a dog to be. Rowlf is one dog I ould love to have a few beers with.
I've seen people dislike many things for a very good reason, but really... This doesn't deserve any dislikes... this song always made me cry when i always heard it, get a heart to those 6 people.....
Everyone who dislikes this is the devil! This is the greatest,sweetest,and most heartwarming song in the world, and anyone who dislikes this can go to hell!
Walt Disney: When you wish upon a star, your dreams do come true. Jim Henson: Somebody thought of that, and someone believed it, look what it's done so far.
Definately...now, more than perhaps ever, the world NEEDS the Muppet Show to bring back the joy...; I'm calling it right now...if the movie coming before long is a sucess, we'll have our new TV show within a year.... *thumbs up*
What a beautiful tribute to the blessed Jim Henson- I remember when Rowlf got his start on the Jimmy Dean Show and Kermit on the Ed Sullivan Show long before they merged on the Muppet Show Timeless Magic created by a true Magician and Artist💜🤟🫶🙏🏻🐾
The 1st to official muppets singing together both orginaly performed by jim Henson may he rest in peace. Jim had couple puppets on sam and friekds one beimg a lizzard but that wadnt Kermit yet. Then rowlf came aling for dogvfood then Kermit t frog the frog we all grew u with and loved don't deny it if you were a girl when 1st saw him ya once had crush on him other characters came later. These were the 1st 2 Muppets and that's why jim favored them
The muppets hold the key to the Rainbow Connection...i love you Kermit and Rowlf, RIP Mr. Henson, thank you for giving us the gift of music and muppets~
because its an emotional song and to hear jim henson's(may he r.i.p.) two favorite muppets that he vocied for a very long time that were his 1st two muppets (Kermits back story is complicated) sing this tugs at human heart
You can hear the puppeteers were beginning to break down, that should say everything about Jim Henson and how his work affected people.
It was probably hard to do this with out crying. I love how whom ever was doing Rowlf here took time to have Rowlf make a couple wise cracks
Rowlf only got choked up cause Kermit accidentally was singing his line. Rowlf was holding back a laugh. Kermit part ur probably right
wait ... they're puppets ?
It's a blessing how his influence can be felt even to this day.
Jim's work really meant a lot to Kermit's puppeteer here Steve Whitmire that Steve took Jim's values and morals to heart with The Muppets but Steve ended up getting fired for sticking to what Jim knew about The Muppets.
"Hey listen, do you know what the frog and the dog have in common?"
"No I don't."
"Well.... I think it's that guy up there!"
That line gets me every time cause Kermit and Rowlf were played by Jim Henson
Also, it's said that Rowlf is Muppet that Jim was most like, with no fancy catchphrase, outfit, or gimmick, just a floppy eared dog that played a mean piano.
You can hear Rowlf starting to lose it at 1:20 and then Kermit does too and they defused it with a joke to release the emotion so they could keep going. True brothers.
they really are first two original Muppets known each other forever rib each other and laugh it off because they knew they was getting choked up but wanted to finish it.
the thing that brings tears to my eyes is, Rowlf was Jim's signature muppet, and Kermit was his favorite...
it's just....
This song transcends the generations. Henson's magic now inspires my children as well.
I just started crying and I don't even know why. This song is so amazing.
MegaMac464 Yes, me too. I am sobbing. 😭😭😦
Still does at 46. Crying like a baby. Bless the dog and the frog.
Same here, age 49 :')
This song is me and my other halfs song i dedicated it and sang it for her at the school talent show and won i got my friend from school my neighborhood friends and my brother and his gf at the time to help me sing it i was tearing up singing i even had the judge crying because that song hit her and took her back she let me know she was a huge muppets fan
Amazing how a puppet can illicit feelings that a lot of times human characters can’t. It’s not that human characters aren’t good I think it’s just puppets are bigger versions of stuffed animals. Reminds us of a more innocent time in our lives. When we were little what were we doing with our toys that had faces? Making them talk, doing EXACTLY what puppeteers do and we didn’t know it then. Seeing the muppets and others like them awakens long forgotten memories of our childhood
I want an MP3 of these two singing this together. The original version is special, but when you hear Kermit and Rowlf, Jim's first two characters, both of whom embody Jim's spirit, singing what's probably Jim's trademark song, it just makes it all the more special and magical.
And the fact I saw this live and as a total surprise just gives it an even more special meaning to me. :)
There website out there you turn a video to mp3 versions
I just love how the audience started to cheer after listening to only 2 seconds of the song. :)
True fans. 😊
When Kermit was being interviewed on Johnny Carson the sound people were so engrossed by Kermit, that they had placed the boom mic over Kermit's head instead of Jim Henson who was underneath Kermit's chair.
The craziest thing was that he wasn’t sitting behind the chair, he was sitting in it holding Kermit. He was right there, but everyone’s attention was on the frog. Magical.
Doesn't that just show you what a genius Henson (God bless him) was? Amazing.
i love how you can hear the audience harmonizning
I remember sitting there singing along, and when they told everyone to join in, I didn't know how many people actually would. Then I listened. When that whole arena started to sing, it brought tears to my eyes. Such a magical ceremony.
I would have loved to hear the arrangement from the end of the first movie. "Life's like a movie, write your own ending. Keep believing, keep pretending. We've done just what we set out to do. Thanks to the lovers, the dreamers and you.”
I like this version where Kermit and Rowlf sang this famous song. "The Rainbow Connection" is my first favorite all time song from the Muppets.
me too. This is my favorite version
And something somewhat impossible in the past since Henson was the voice of Kermit and Rolf
@@Donillini Kermit and Rowlf actually had a duet in the movie.
After this Kermit said this about Jim Henson in an interview with D23. Kermit, "Jim & I were very close, He Elevated me to new heights in my career and had a hand in virtually everything I did"
We Love Kermit and hope to have him on the show one day.
Kermit the Frog and Rolf the Dog, buddies scince the beginning
Rowlf not rolf
@@reneeedmonds1166 hello ed boys
Maybe Fozzie to
The Basement did you mean since
Maybe but not in that Ideal Toys commercial
This makes me want to cry so hard. I grew (and am still growing) up on the Muppets. They just... wow... I don't know what to say
I seriously wanna cry so hard right now. This song touches my heart so deep
I get the deepest feeling of love from this song. Listening to Jim Henson's soul gifted to us through the muppets. One of the most inspiring visionary dreamers of our time. Tears and smiles all wrapped in one song with a frog and a dog :)
The tears just don't stop............................. I am a Mum and Granny....... Estranged, but still legally I am....... I did the best I could for my children Justin and Emma... I gave all of me to you.... And then , to Amelie and Indiana.... A mothers love is Real.. A Granny's love hurts my heart..... I hope you all have happy lives... I will always love you..
Mary Rulach this is the sweetest thing ever
Awwwwwwww
The Two of Jim Henson's Stars
Actually, although the voice of Kermit was Jim Henson, the song was actually written by Paul Williams, who says it's one of his faves. And for someone who's written so many, that's quite a statement. It's often dismissed as sugary, or a kid's song, but I disagree; the lyrics are great. The only thing I'd say is that it's often covered by singers whose voices are "too good" or who try to do too much with it - or who do it too slow. It's waltz, not a dirge.
I'm also surprised that it hasn't been covered more as a jazz number, because it has a nice simple base that could be easily worked on.
My 2 cents on one of my favourite tunes.
Jim Henson wasn't Kermit's "voice." He puppeteered Kermit first, and the voice was secondary.
I miss Jim Henson, so very much. So. Very. Much. If he had done nothing else but this one song, I believe I would have been quite satisfied. But.....generous soul that he was, he gave us ever so much more. #tears Thank you, sir.
And now I'm bummed all over again because now Jims son is gone. ....RIP #SWEETUMS
***** Uh Brian is still around, in fact, he still works on Muppet projects even with Disney
Didn't mean that one. www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/jim-hensons-son-john-dies-680599
I was in attendance. I still remember how overly emotional I was that this was happening before me! This still remains among my top five favorite D23 memories, for sure!
I was there too and it was a wonderful experience. One of my favorite memories of this event.
@svaughan41 That is definitely Steve as Kermit. He's performed Kermit since Jim Henson passed away.
As I recall, Jim Henson was in the audience.
@@stephenwoehr6500 He died 21 years before this was filmed
@@matthewvivian7235 Sorry. You are correct. I am sure there was a tribute to him while he was still alive.
@@stephenwoehr6500 There was. It wasn't this tho
Jim was performing Kermit in that one actually, The clip of him in the audience was pulled from earlier/later in the show.
"Have you been half asleep and have you heard voices?" *Rowlf looks up at Jim Henson*
"I've heard them calling my name." *Kermit looks up at him*
Love this! Sounds like Steve Whitmire (Kermit) got choked up. God bless you, Jim Henson. Even after death, you're still making millions of people happy.
I was there on the floor witnessing this in person. When everyone in that arena started to sing along, I teared up big time. This made my entire D23 Expo experience.
This song could be sung by anybody in the world. Anybody. But when it's sung by Kermit, that's when the tears come out.
I was singing the whole time and remember seeing this movie as a kid in the early 90s. Everyone singing at the end in the crowd made me just smile widely. Thank you Jim Henson for everything you have left here for us to enjoy and remember our childhoods fondly.
Crying, crying alot.
me too
Me three
Finally. BOTH of Jim's first two big successful characters performing again. It's been a while since we've really heard from Rolf.
And I don't know about you guys, but I lost it when the camera panned to that image of Jim.
In my mind as a child and now a grown man I still believe they're alive not just puppets being controlled.
Honouring Henson not through sadness or grief but through joy... using what he has given us to come together and remember him... this is beautiful and I can't imagine what it would have felt like to see this live.
Steve Whitmire performing Kermit,and I'm guessing that's Bill Barretta performing Rowlf
Yep, that's Bill!
YAY! Rowlf, it's So good to see you again! Since Jim Henson's death, I felt like he disappeared along with him. He really is back! It's awesome Kermit and Rowlf performed this classic song together! Jim would be SO proud from heaven!!! XD
I can't watch this without crying. It's beautiful. Jim Henson being serenaded by his own creations.
Quite possibly the most beautiful song in the world.
When you hear the audience sing along, my heart melted.
When did they ever sing along??
@@Da_SpongeGun when the words popped up on screen and after they laughed
To me the most touching, loving tribute to Jim Henson
I literally shed a tear while listening to this song. I forgot how funny Rowlf is. LOL!!!!!
Thank you for posting!!
Felt happy & sad at the same time watching this. The song is so beautiful & having Jim's first two muppets
I am 46..and the The Muppets are as real to me now as when I was kid....the magic and illusion never diminishes
Kirk..Montreal, Canada
Why are there so many songs about rainbows
And what's on the other side
Rainbows are visions
But only illusions
And rainbows have nothing to hide
So we've been told
And some choose to believe it
I know they're wrong, wait and see
Some day we'll find it
The rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers, and me
Who said that every wish
Would be heard and answered
When wished on the morning star
Somebody thought of that
And someone believed it
And look what it's done so far
What's so amazing
That keeps us stargazing
And what do we think we might see
Someday we'll find it
The rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers, and me
All of us under its spell, we know that it's probably magic
Have you been half asleep?
And have you heard voices?
I've heard them calling my name
Is this the sweet sound
That called the young sailors?
The voice might be one in the same
I've heard it too many times to ignore it
It's something that I'm supposed to be
Someday we'll find it
The rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me
La da da di da da dum da duh da da dum di da ohhh
Read more: Muppets - Rainbow Connection Lyrics | MetroLyrics
Why are there so many songs about rainbows? To
I don't know what to say, it was just a beautiful song! I love singing to it !
Rowlf is one of my fav muppets. I love duets between Kermit and Rowlf. This is beautiful ❤️. I also have love it when they do “I hope that something better comes along” I’m glad I found this. More Kermit and Rowlf duets ❤️.
Thumbs up if you were first introduced to the Muppet Babies and grew up right along with them.
This is one of the most heartwarming songs out there.
And performed by what I think is the most heartwarming duo from the muppets. Kermit's character goes without sying, but I thnk Henson was exceptonally clever creating the warm, gruff and likeable character of Rowlf jus how one would imagine a dog to be. Rowlf is one dog I ould love to have a few beers with.
I like that this show shows a friendly connection with the puppets very cute and heart warming!
Jim' most famous characters
I can't help crying when I hear this song. I grew up having my mom sing it to me every night.
My EPIC moment at D23. I cried. There wasn't a dry eye in the place. LOVED this!!!
Rowlf forgot his lyrics...lol.
@@oliviartsss Right when he said it
I love The Muppets. Every time I see and hear them I feel a special "Rainbow" Connection to everyone who enjoys The Muppets
So Not Only we see Jodi Benson singing Part of that World but also Kermit and Rowlf singing Rainbow Connection I love it :D
Really like the song so much and gotta love the muppets
The dog and the frog. I like the sound of that.
I bet both Walt and Jim were applauded. Could you hear them in the crowd?
Rolf And Kermit mix well together.
At 1:27 you can hear Kermit almost start crying
Great job Steve n bill awesome
My favorite Muppet song, sung by my two favorite muppets-that's where some of the tears were from.
This song always makes me cry - one of my all time favorites. Thank you!
@ittycar me too! actually, when the rainbow connection played, the audience joined hands and sang.
STRANGERS. all joined hands and sang
I was outside singing this and a rainbow magically appeared and I'm all like "Jim?!?! Is that you????"
I love Kermit and Rowlf! Happy Birthday Kermit:)!!
I've seen people dislike many things for a very good reason, but really... This doesn't deserve any dislikes... this song always made me cry when i always heard it, get a heart to those 6 people.....
I love this song! I gives off a positive message to people!
Oh god...I cried so badly when I saw this.
Memories of a lot of good times with the Muppets...
...We miss you so much, Jim Henson...
T_T
This is still my favorite thing ever.
Love you Jim!
I LOVE THAT JIM HENSON PLAYED KERMIT BECCAUSE HIS VOICE WAS SO SWEET AND MISS HIM
Tears and joy.
This is truly awesome. Beautiful piece of music and performed with so much love. Fantastic - thanks for sharing such a great moment.
This song IS love.
One day when I get into the Disney company, I'd love to guest star with Kermit and his friends.
Everyone who dislikes this is the devil! This is the greatest,sweetest,and most heartwarming song in the world, and anyone who dislikes this can go to hell!
Love that dog
Beautiful
Walt Disney: When you wish upon a star, your dreams do come true.
Jim Henson: Somebody thought of that, and someone believed it, look what it's done so far.
My two favorite Muppets singing my favorite song, a dream come true!
Awesomely enough, both were originally performed by Jim Henson.
Who knew a frog and a dog could make me cry...
Definately...now, more than perhaps ever, the world NEEDS the Muppet Show to bring back the joy...; I'm calling it right now...if the movie coming before long is a sucess, we'll have our new TV show within a year.... *thumbs up*
Will these damn onions stop coming to my house 😢😭
Did you ever harm those onions.
What a beautiful tribute to the blessed Jim Henson- I remember when Rowlf got his start on the Jimmy Dean Show and Kermit on the Ed Sullivan Show long before they merged on the Muppet Show Timeless Magic created by a true Magician and Artist💜🤟🫶🙏🏻🐾
AAAAH! I love Rowlf! He is so cute and cuddly.
tears of joy always with this
really gives you hope
The 1st to official muppets singing together both orginaly performed by jim Henson may he rest in peace. Jim had couple puppets on sam and friekds one beimg a lizzard but that wadnt Kermit yet. Then rowlf came aling for dogvfood then Kermit t frog the frog we all grew u with and loved don't deny it if you were a girl when 1st saw him ya once had crush on him other characters came later. These were the 1st 2 Muppets and that's why jim favored them
I miss Steve Whitmire performing/operating Kermit the Frog.
A lot of people do. He was the best along with Jim.
Even after all these years, I still love Kermit and Rowlf.
I still get chills and grin like mad whenever I hear this song. Childhood feels :')
this is my favorite is song
Mine too
yes i am am in my late 40's makes my cry everytime i hear it
I'm crying right now.
The muppets hold the key to the Rainbow Connection...i love you Kermit and Rowlf, RIP Mr. Henson, thank you for giving us the gift of music and muppets~
because its an emotional song and to hear jim henson's(may he r.i.p.) two favorite muppets that he vocied for a very long time that were his 1st two muppets (Kermits back story is complicated) sing this tugs at human heart
i am crying! because i miss how innocent entertainment USED to be and how pure it is! 'SOMEDAY WE'LL FIND IT, THE RAINBOW CONNECTION"
This was the highlight of the entire expo for me. I'm so glad I was able to catch it in person.
Best duet ever! 💕
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